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Wilson Island Great
Barrier Reef Queensland

Australians call the Great Barrier Reef the
eighth wonder of the world, and it's on every
traveller's wish list. Alas, like so many reefs, this
1,500-mile stretch is ecologically fragile. But
castaways can set sandal on the 'new' Wilson Island
knowing that their creature comforts are based on sound
environmental principles; heat and light are by solar
power and each of the six tents are created out of
natural materials. There are separate bathrooms for each
tent.

Beachcomb...

Wilson Island, Great
Barrier Reef, wilson island tent

Australians call
the Great Barrier Reef the eighth wonder of the world,
and it's on every traveller's wish list. Alas, like so
many reefs, this 1,500-mile stretch is ecologically
fragile. But castaways can set sandal on the 'new'
Wilson Island knowing that their creature comforts are
based on sound environmental principles; heat and light
are by solar power and each of the six tents are created
out of natural materials. There are separate bathrooms
for each tent.

Beachcombing and birdwatching,
swimming and snorkelling, reef walks and relaxing in
your hammock are what Wilson Island is about during the
day. Wining, dining and socialising take place later in
the communal Longhouse.

The only way you can get
to Wilson Island is via Heron Island.

Wilson
island could well be described as the ultimate castaway
experience as you will realise shortly.

The
accommodation and all the principles of Wilson Island
are based on eco principles which are firmly adhered to!

Take a look at photographs at
http://www.worldwideHoliday, Vacation & Tourspots.com/articles/14/1/Wilson-Island-Great-Barrier-Reef/Page1.html

Wilson Island as previously stated in on the Great
Barrier Reef off the Queensland coast, and quite frankly
it is difficult to imagine anything more attractive,
although the three day Wilson Island Package was about
long enough.

Beauty, there is in abundance, but
like most of us, I have been spoiled by the 21st century
luxuries that we now associate with dream islands, such
as luxury bathrooms, mains electricity, to name but
two!!

Compensations are an unrivalled natural
beauty, beautifully clean and clear water, wonderful
coral, and tropical fish to snorkel and see easily.

It is however a castaway experience with six
permanent tents. The six tents have been designed to
combine simplicity and comfort. Based on a modern
beachcombing theme, the tents have raised timber floors,
king-sized beds and a private decking with uninterrupted
reef views. You will be supplied with everything you
need apart from en-suite bathroom, but you will need the
complete insect screening, and repellent.

The
views from the tents are quite breathtaking.

All
electricity is I believe by solar power, and batteries,
so none of your electrical appliances will work, and the
fresh water is rainwater, so all drinking water is
bottled.

A separate building houses six showers
and dressing area (one designated for each tent), along
with toilet and vanity areas. This I’m afraid took be
back to my youth hostelling/camping days which I had
left behind long ago.

Entertainment and food are
not forgotten; each evening begins with sunset
pre-dinner drinks and canapés on the beach. The main
course is a candle-lit three-course buffet meal with
wine, served in the resort's entertainment building, the
Longhouse.

After dinner, guests can join an
evening star-gazing walk or even a beach walk to observe
the turtles nesting.

A popular activity for early
risers is a walk to an area of the island known as the
'Flintstone Chairs'. These naturally carved coral chairs
offer a spectacular view of the colourful Wilson Island
sunrise.

Quite honestly this is a beautiful
place, but there really is very little to do, apart from
wonderful snorkelling, and scuba diving. It is a bit
rustic for my taste but in fairness that is what is part
of the initial appeal.

Two last things, the wines
are very good, and there are no children under the age
of sixteen.

Wilson Island On
The Great Barrier Reef Is The Perfect Honeymoon Holiday,
Vacation & Tour
Resort

If
your perfect honeymoon resort has to be on a tiny coral
cay, and it has to be an Australia Honeymoon Package on
the Great Barrier Reef, then Wilson Island should tick
all the right boxes. It is surrounded by a pristine
coral reef and quite the loveliest of beaches.

If
you have spent any time in Africa on safari and stayed
in a tented camp, then the accommodation on Wilson
Island will not be unfamiliar to you, except this is
real five star luxury camping, all inclusive, ...

If your perfect honeymoon resort has to be on a tiny
coral cay, and it has to be an Australia Honeymoon
Package on the Great Barrier Reef, then Wilson Island
should tick all the right boxes. It is surrounded by a
pristine coral reef and quite the loveliest of beaches.

If you have spent any time in Africa on safari and
stayed in a tented camp, then the accommodation on
Wilson Island will not be unfamiliar to you, except this
is real five star luxury camping, all inclusive, with
food that is just out of this world, and a fantastic
wine cellar.

When people think of camping, have
never been on a camping safari or stayed at Wilson
Island they have this idea of sleeping bags and poles,
and leaks and cold water showers.

Wilson Island
is the perfect Honeymoon Holiday, Vacation & Tour resort, because when
they talk tents what they mean is six permanent tents
all looking out over the reef and the ocean designed
with the guests ultimate comfort in mind.

The
only drawback is that because of the fact that Wilson
Island uses solar power, all the hot showers are in the
central amenities building, where each tent has its own
private designated area.

So what will you do on
Wilson Island as your perfect honeymoon resort.

The short answer is little or nothing, but you could
cheerfully snorkel right off the beach where you will
see some fantastic fish, and perhaps even a turtle as
well.

You could just lie in a hammock and be
lazy, or you can walk round the island, picnic on the
beach, and end up watching the sunset drinking
champagne, or the sunrise with a hot cup of coffee and
biscuits.

Wilson is that kind of place, probably
idyllic for three or four days with no mobile phone
coverage, no children, no television, just the birds,
and the crashing of the sea to listen to.

If you
are able to entertain yourself, and you don’t mind the
unorthodox toilet arrangements, or a communal dinner
party atmosphere in the evenings, then Wilson Island
could be the perfect honeymoon resort.

The Sunshine Coast is just north of
Brisbane the capital of Queensland, Australia and takes
in 65 kilometers (40 miles) of beaches up the coast.

Central to the landscape of the sunshine coast are
the Glasshouse Mountains. Named by Captain Cook in 1770
when he first discovered Australia, because with the
morning sun glinting off them they reminded him of the
glasshouses from his native home of England.

The
Glasshouse Mountains are a significant attraction on the
Sunshine...

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coast,quuensland,austraila,travel,holiday,beach holiday

The Sunshine Coast is just north of Brisbane the
capital of Queensland, Australia and takes in 65
kilometers (40 miles) of beaches up the coast.

Central to the landscape of the sunshine coast are the
Glasshouse Mountains. Named by Captain Cook in 1770 when
he first discovered Australia, because with the morning
sun glinting off them they reminded him of the
glasshouses from his native home of England.

The
Glasshouse Mountains are a significant attraction on the
Sunshine coast and surrounding hinterland, that recently
they were added to the Australian National Heritage
Register.

Along the entire coast line and
scattered through the surrounding hills are many towns
geared for the traveler, with events happening
continuously.

And with such beautiful scenery and
fabulous weather, it’s not hard to see why it is fast
becoming a holiday haven.

The glamour spot on the
coast is Noosa, with high rise accommodation, night
clubs, shopping, galleries, world class restaurants and
of course the championship 18 hole golf course.
Whatever, you could wish for on a holiday, you will find
it here.

Just a few miles along the coast are
many other delightful holiday towns including Caloundra,
Coolum and Maroochydore.

Get away from the beach
and travel up into the mountains of the hinterland.
Visit charming Maleny and Montville. This area is a
Mecca for artists and those of creative spirit. You
could easily spend several days wandering the streets
visiting many interesting shops and galleries. It is a
great place to find unique gifts for family at home.

Whilst on the Sunshine Coast you must visit the
acclaimed World Heritage listed Fraser Island. The
largest sand island in the world, it is 123 km (76
miles) long and a must see. Enjoy a tour of the island
in a specially designed 4wd bus or hire your own 4wd for
a do it yourself tour. For your first time, I suggest
the tour – they are great fun and provide heaps of
information, we went a few years ago and had a blast.

So whether you like strolling the beach; swimming;
bush walking; shopping or just lazing around the
Sunshine Coast has heaps to offer and is sure to be a
holiday you won’t want to forget.